Azelaic Acid
Topical Antibacterial
Reviews
3.8
501 Reviews
Azelaic Acid
Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
68%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
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Azelaic Acid
Topical Antibacterial
Side Effects
Low-Medium
Azelaic Acid
Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
At prescription strengths (15 - 20%) studies show it should help reduce mild-to-moderate acne by a significant and noticeable amount after 3 months or so of treatment, so that’s not too shabby. However, it is unlikely to completely clear the skin on its own.
Azelaic Acid
Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
Azelaic acid is available in 15% - 20% by prescription. Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one. Azelaic acid is also available over-the-counter in strengths 10% and lower. Here are some places you can find it online.
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April 10, 2007
Product used: Azelex (Azelaic Acid (20%) Cream)

Pros:

Gentle, VERY effective at getting rid of redness while it gets rid of acne and makes your skin at the same time look awesome.

Cons:

I honestly can't think of any...except maybe that it's a pain in the ass having to apply topicals...even though that doesn't really apply to Finacea...

If you need something to rid you of redness and acne this is a must...in conjunction with Benzaclin / Duac this stuff is amazing. In a weeks time you'll see absolute and significant results...but more importantly it makes your skin look new all the time...it's never dull and red... I love Finacea...best product i've used thus far.
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March 28, 2007
Product used: Azelex (Azelaic Acid (20%) Cream)

Pros:

Definitly works on surface acne associated with adult roseca. I've read it works to get under the top layer of skin bring up the new.

Cons:

Nothing

Try it for symtoms associated with roseca.
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March 26, 2007
Product used: Azelex (Azelaic Acid (20%) Cream)

Pros:

Works Great!

Cons:

Slight burning and itchy feeling with the first few dosages...

I would recomend this to anyone who suffers from adult acne. I am a 39 year old male and have tried everything, from OTC to prescriptions, and this works for me. I bought this from a European website which requires no prescription (Skinoren) to buy it, and with less than a week of usage, I am happy! My red spots from previous breakouts are going, and what pimples/cysts I have do not remain like they use to. Try it!
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